Description
French Onion Chicken is a delectable dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. With tender chicken breasts enveloped in sweet, caramelized onions and topped with melted Swiss cheese, this recipe promises a flavor-packed meal that’s both comforting and impressive. Perfect for cozy gatherings or family nights, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sauté sliced onions until caramelized (15-20 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Push onions aside, add chicken breasts to the skillet, and brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Pour in beef broth and sprinkle thyme. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Top each chicken breast with Swiss cheese and transfer skillet to the oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added richness, try using Gruyère cheese instead of Swiss. Feel free to incorporate mushrooms or fresh herbs like rosemary for an enhanced flavor profile.